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Asessippi Provincial Park

Asessippi Provincial Park

Located at the southeastern end of man-made Lake of the Prairies, Asessippi Provincial Park includes facilities for camping, trails for hiking and snowmobiling, boating, swimming and water-sports on the lake, and some of the best walleye fishing in the province.
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Located at the southeastern end of man-made Lake of the Prairies, Asessippi Provincial Park includes facilities for camping, trails for hiking and snowmobiling, boating, swimming and water-sports on the lake, and some of the best walleye fishing in the province.

Nearby attractions include Shellmouth Dam which was built in 1968 to control flooding along the Assiniboine River. The dam measures 21 m (69 feet) in height and 1,218 m (3/4 mile) in length. Lake of the Prairies, which resulted from the construction of the dam, is 67 km (42 miles) long, and straddles the Manitoba-Saskatchewan border. The first 6 km (4 miles) of the lake is Asessippi Provincial Park’s central feature.

A commemorative plaque and interpretive signage mark the spot of the original Asessippi townsite, now a ghost town.

Also popular is the Ancient Valley Interpretive Trail. Steep valley walls along the Assiniboine and Shell Rivers provide breathtaking panoramas for those venturing along the park’s trail system.

Both the Assiniboine and Shell Rivers provide for good canoeing, and rentals are available at Lake of the Prairies. The steeply contoured land around the lake, featuring many hills and valleys, provides a picturesque route for cyclists.

A number of campgrounds surround the lake, making it possible to take a leisurely tour around the lake with several overnight stops. Facilities also include horseshoe pits, ball diamonds, children’s playgrounds, and group camping facilities.

Lake of the Prairies has recorded an annual walleye catch per square kilometre that is five times greater than the provincial average. Due to the tremendous resources required to keep Lake of the Prairies well-stocked and to preserve the high quality of the fishery, a slot limit on catches has been enacted.

Bakers Narrows Provincial Park

Flin Flon

Situated in the mixed forest of the Canadian Shield, Bakers Narrows Provincial Parks is a great destination for anglers, campers and boaters. The park has three beaches, a campground, playgrounds, a number of boat launches and a scenic lookout tower with interpretive signage.

Situated in the mixed forest of the Canadian Shield, Bakers Narrows Provincial Parks is a great destination for anglers, campers and boaters. The park has three beaches, a campground, playgrounds, a number of boat launches and a scenic lookout tower with interpretive signage.

Beaudry Provincial Heritage Park

Headingley

Beaudry Provincial Heritage Park is dedicated to protect its remnants of tall-grass prairie, and to restore this endangered habitat. A dense riverbottom forest flourishes near the Assiniboine River. Its prominent wildlife includes a variety of songbirds, whitetail deer, raccoons and beaver. There are hiking and cross-country ski trails.

Beaudry Provincial Heritage Park is dedicated to protect its remnants of tall-grass prairie, and to restore this endangered habitat. A dense riverbottom forest flourishes near the Assiniboine River. Its prominent wildlife includes a variety of songbirds, whitetail deer, raccoons and beaver. There are hiking and cross-country ski trails.

Birch Island Provincial Park

Duck Bay

In March 2011, Birch Island became Manitoba’s 84th provincial park. The park, which is home to a variety of wildlife including bears, moose, wolves, lynx, hares and deer, is located on Birch Island in Lake Winnipegosis. It is managed as a non-operational park.

In March 2011, Birch Island became Manitoba’s 84th provincial park. The park, which is home to a variety of wildlife including bears, moose, wolves, lynx, hares and deer, is located on Birch Island in Lake Winnipegosis. It is managed as a non-operational park.

Camp Morton Creek Trail

Gimli

Camp Morton Provincial Park is about 5 km north of Gimli on Highway 222. The trails on the west side of Highway 222 are accessed off Lakeside Road. The access to the east side trails are about 1 km further north. Winter & summer use.

Camp Morton Provincial Park is about 5 km north of Gimli on Highway 222. The trails on the west side of Highway 222 are accessed off Lakeside Road. The access to the east side trails are about 1 km further north. Winter & summer use.

Clearwater Lake Provincial Park

The Pas

Duck Mountain Provincial Park and Forest

Duck Mountain Provincial Park and Forest

Clear, spring-fed lakes have made “The Ducks” a popular tourist destination for years. Childs Lake, Wellman Lake, Singush Lake, and the Blue Lakes are among the most popular. The bottom of East Blue Lake, which descends to 60 m (196 feet) at its deepest, is visible to some 12 to 18 m...

Clear, spring-fed lakes have made “The Ducks” a popular tourist destination for years. Childs Lake, Wellman Lake, Singush Lake, and the Blue Lakes are among the most popular. The bottom of East Blue Lake, which descends to 60 m (196 feet) at its deepest, is visible to some 12 to 18 m (40 to 60 feet).

Manitoba’s highest elevation is found at Baldy Mountain, which rises 831.2 m (2,727 feet) above sea level. Baldy Mountain is accessible by car. An observation tower offers a scenic view of the surrounding forest of tall spruce. Located off PR366, 32 km (20 miles) north of Grandview.

Duck Mountain is home to moose, white-tailed deer, black bears, foxes, lynx, coyotes and timber wolves. A variety of birds nest in the forests and marshes. A 30 km (19 mile) network of trails provides for exploration of the hilly terrain and forests of the park by hikers in summer, and snowmobilers and cross-country skiers in winter.Campgrounds and facilities exist at all of the park’s major lakes. Duck Mountain Forest Site, located near the junctions of PR366 and PR367, makes a good station from which to explore the surrounding area.

Duck Mountain Forest Site is a unique area of natural meadows, streams and wetlands and features 6 kms (4 miles) of all weather road leading through the boreal forest. Signs identify the many species of native trees and the site is home to a great variety of birds, waterfowl and animals. It includes the Frank Marvin Visitor Centre with its historical displays and artifacts, a 3D model of the Swan Valley Watershed, picnic areas and five hiking trails totaling 10 km (6 miles). The Centre is wheelchair accessible and is open for July and August. Located 1 km south of the junction of PR366 and PR367 (5 km [3 miles] from the Blue Lakes campground area) in Duck Mountain Provincial Park.

Kettle Stones Provincial Park

Lenswood

The 4-square-kilometre (1.5 square mile) Kettle Stones Provincial Park, on the north side of the Kettle Hills of Swan-Pelican Provincial Forest, features sandstone formations known locally as kettle stones (see image on next page). The stones, ranging in size from 45 cm (18 inches) to 5.5 m (18...

The 4-square-kilometre (1.5 square mile) Kettle Stones Provincial Park, on the north side of the Kettle Hills of Swan-Pelican Provincial Forest, features sandstone formations known locally as kettle stones (see image on next page). The stones, ranging in size from 45 cm (18 inches) to 5.5 m (18 feet), rise above the landscape like stone sentinels. The park is the only place in Manitoba where kettle stones—considered sacred by the First Nations people—can be observed in their original setting. Contact the Swan River District Office of Manitoba Conservation at 204-734-3429 for the latest road conditions. A 2.4 m (8-foot) diameter kettle stone discovered during excavations in Swan River is on display at the Swan River Visitor Information Centre.

Directions:

The park is located 70 km (45 miles) northeast of Swan River near the southeast shore of Swan Lake. The route east from PR268 is not paved and is impassable when wet, so it should not be attempted by car or van.

Lundar Beach Provincial Park

Lundar

26 electrical and 7 basic sites, modern washrooms, water taps, a dump station and firewood are supplied in the campground.Sandy beach, playground, swimming, boatingBook at Provincial Conservation online system.

26 electrical and 7 basic sites, modern washrooms, water taps, a dump station and firewood are supplied in the campground.Sandy beach, playground, swimming, boatingBook at Provincial Conservation online system.

Manipogo Provincial Park

Toutes Aides

Named for the legendary sea monster of Lake Manitoba, the park is a favourite among campers and anglers. The park has miles of beaches, boating, short hiking trails, playgrounds and camping facilities. Perhaps you can help solve the Manipogo mystery. Many people claim to have seen the sea monster, but there has been no conclusive evidence!

Named for the legendary sea monster of Lake Manitoba, the park is a favourite among campers and anglers. The park has miles of beaches, boating, short hiking trails, playgrounds and camping facilities. Perhaps you can help solve the Manipogo mystery. Many people claim to have seen the sea monster, but there has been no conclusive evidence!

Directions:

Located on the northwestern shore of the lake just a few kilometres north of Toutes Aides (60 km / 38 miles north of Ste. Rose du Lac on PR276),

Paint Lake Provincial Park

Thompson

Paint Lake Provincial Park is a known as a year-round playground that extends over 56,000 acres of boreal forest. Summer use includes 160 campsites, day picnic sites, boat launches, a marina, hiking trails, a baseball diamond, fishing, beach area and interpretive programming.

In winter visitors have access to a toboggan hill, outdoor skating rink, warm up shack, snowmobile trails and cross country ski trails.

Paint Lake Provincial Park is a known as a year-round playground that extends over 56,000 acres of boreal forest. Summer use includes 160 campsites, day picnic sites, boat launches, a marina, hiking trails, a baseball diamond, fishing, beach area and interpretive programming.

In winter visitors have access to a toboggan hill, outdoor skating rink, warm up shack, snowmobile trails and cross country ski trails.

Directions:

Located 35 km (25 miles) south of Thompson at the junction of PTH6 and PR375.

Rainbow Beach Provincial Park

Dauphin Lake

Rainbow Beach Provincial Park, on the southwestern shore of the lake, is the perfect spot for an afternoon getaway or a weekend away from it all. The park offers swimming and recreation for the kids, and quiet nights by the lake for parents. Facilities include a beach, campground, nearby golf at Dauphin Lake Golf Club, scenic walks along the shore, playground, picnic areas, ball diamonds, horseshoe pits, hiking trails, concession and modern showers and washrooms.

Rainbow Beach Provincial Park, on the southwestern shore of the lake, is the perfect spot for an afternoon getaway or a weekend away from it all. The park offers swimming and recreation for the kids, and quiet nights by the lake for parents. Facilities include a beach, campground, nearby golf at Dauphin Lake Golf Club, scenic walks along the shore, playground, picnic areas, ball diamonds, horseshoe pits, hiking trails, concession and modern showers and washrooms.

Directions:

Located north of Ochre River of PTH20, or 24 km (15 miles) east of Dauphin on PTH20.

St. Ambroise Beach Provincial Park

St. Ambroise

The St. Ambroise Beach Provincial Park’s fine sand beach is dotted with campgrounds and picnic areas. Viewing of migratory birds along the boardwalk is a bird-watcher’s dream, enroute to the lookout tower in the marshlands.

The St. Ambroise Beach Provincial Park’s fine sand beach is dotted with campgrounds and picnic areas. Viewing of migratory birds along the boardwalk is a bird-watcher’s dream, enroute to the lookout tower in the marshlands.